Description
This Tomato Basil Chicken Stew Golden is a heartwarming dish that combines succulent chicken, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic basil for an explosion of flavor. Perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings, this nutrient-packed stew is easy to prepare and requires minimal cleanup. With its rich taste and delightful aroma, it’s a recipe you’ll want to keep in your kitchen rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs, skinless and boneless
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken thighs and sear on all sides for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour in diced tomatoes with their juices and add chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in zucchini slices and chopped basil; season with salt and pepper.
- Cover the pot and simmer for approximately 30 minutes until the chicken is tender. Serve hot with extra basil as garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg